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FFSA: Bianchi passing leaves 'huge void'

– The President of the French Motorsport Federation [FFSA] says that the death of Jules Bianchi leaves a 'huge void' in motorsport.Bianchi passed away on Friday night, nine months after suffering devastating injuries during an accident at the Japanese Grand Prix.FFSA President Nicolas Deschaux explained that Bianchi helped put France back on the Formula 1 map and always showed kindness alongside his 'raw talent.'"My thoughts are with Christine and Philippe, Jules's parents and Mélanie and Tom, his sister and brother," Deschaux said."I am immensely sad because Jules was endearing and appreciated by everyone in the paddock."The FFSA maintained a very close...
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